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Nearby Parks: Caesar Creek Gorge State Natural Area Cowan State Park Stonelick Lake State Park Miamisburg Mound State Memorial Little Miami Scenic State Park
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 | Fort Ancient features 18,000 feet of earthen walls built 2,000 years ago by American Indians who used the shoulder blades of deer, split elk antler, clam shell hoes and digging sticks to dig the dirt. They then carried the soil in baskets holding 35 to 40 pounds. Portions of these walls were used in conjunction with the sun and moon to provide a calendar system for these peoples.
The site offers beautiful vistas along hiking trails as well as the remains of the prehistoric mounds for visitors to see. Convenient picnic areas can be found along the road at the site.
The Museum at Fort Ancient, newly built and containing 9000 sq. ft. of new exhibits opened on 22 March 1998. These new exhibits, containing many interactive units, focus on 15,000 years of American Indian history in the Ohio Valley. The Museum also contains a classroom, a research area, and a sales shop with many fine American Indian items. |
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Tranquility and Beauty
Fort Ancient is steeped in prehistoric history and beauty. One of the most beautiful and tranquil parks in Ohio. Great hiking trails for the novice or experienced hiker.
Written by Bob Kelso
7-Dec-2008
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Fabulous for kids
This is the best museum on park grounds I have ever visited. It is interesting in the context of site history through the ages, as well as informative for all ages. Youths studying native american culture will find it of particular interest. The staff is quite helpful, but the state needs to fund more educators to help interpret.
Hiking trails provide terrific vistas.
Many emenities for family use.
Written by enviro ed lady
19-Oct-2009
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| Area Accommodations |
| B&Bs / Inns | | Cedar Hill Bed and Breakfast in the wood - Nestled on ten acres of woods. Walking trails on the property,open hearth fireplace in gathering room,each guest rooms has private bath and entrance. Breakfast is served in the innkeepers log home. |
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| Area Places to Eat |
| Bakery | |  | Sweet Mornings Donut Shop - Liberty, IN We offer the following donuts and muffins made fresh daily in our shop: Glazed donuts,Twists,Plain and Chocolate Cake ,Apple Fritters,Honey Buns,Blueberry,Sour Creme,Donut Holes,Bars,Yeast rings,Tiger Tails,Filled Donuts,Berry Blast Muffin,Sin-A-Muffin.
Web Site: http://www.sweetmorningsdonutshop.com/ |
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 | OHS Places/Fort Ancient - ... and take Middleboro Road south to State Route 350, turn right to the park. GENERAL INFORMATION Fort Ancient State Memorial 6123 St Rt. 350 Oregonia, Ohio 45054 PHONE: 513-932-4421 - or - 1-800-283- ... |  | Caesar Creek Lake Home Page - ... Links to Nearby Attractions Caesar Creek Gorge State Nature Preserve Caesar Creek State Park Fort Ancient State Memorial Little Miami State Park (paved bike trail) Mary L. Cook Library -- History of ... |  | Day Trips from the Higginsport Area - Higginsport Area Attractions Day Trips Higginsport provides a quiet and scenic spot for "home-baseing" your visit to Southern Brown County. In addition to the sights and sounds of the immediate... |  | AN INTRODUCTION TO THE PREHISTORY OF INDIANA - An Introduction to the Prehistory of Indiana. Appendix B: Museums and Sites (pp. 67-68)by James H. Kellar. *Please note: Rates of admission and telephone numbers have been omitted here, whereas... | | Area Campgrounds | | | | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Rod-Dees Carry Out 324 N Main St Miamisburg, OH (937) 384-9150

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